"I joined AFCWA because I wanted to meet wives who have successfully navigated life as a "coach’s wife."  I also wanted to help newer coach’s wives navigate the hills and valleys experienced on this road and share the 'tricks of the trade' with them."

"I believe in the mission of AFCWA, and I am honored be a part of an organization that brings connection. Only those who live this life can truly understand it, and I love how we lift each other up and straighten each other’s crowns."

"I joined the AFCWA over a decade ago in hopes of learning how to support my husband in his calling. The AFCWA has not only shown me how to do that but how to embrace it as my calling as well."

"I joined AFCWA to extend my network to include wives who are familiar with the coaching lifestyle. My family and non-coaching friends do not understand the demands of this volatile industry and can be quick to judge. This organization allows us to create long standing friendships with other women who get it and are willing to offer support."

"I joined the organization to build meaningful relationships with other wives within the football community. Also, to find a support system to help myself and other football wives!"

"Since joining, I have met so many amazing women and their coaches and have formed friendships that have enriched my life in so many ways."

"Our Defensive Coordinator introduced me to AFCWA, and while attending my first convention with his wife, I found AFCWA’s mission of promoting camaraderie, offering support, and the providing of information to be what I had been searching for."

"Since joining AFCWA, I have met so many wonderful women who have supported me in the journey of being a coach's wife. It is amazing to be around women and other families who are facing similar challenges and can help offer support and guidance through the journey."

"AFWCA means sisterhood through all seasons, not just football season. I have met some amazing women and through them I have a support system like none other through wins, loses, job changes, moves, kids, and so much more!"

"AFCWA gives me the opportunity to minister to coaches' wives all across the nation."

"I joined AFCWA because I wanted to be part of a supportive community that understands the unique challenges of being a wife of a football coach. The organization's mission to provide valuable information and service resonates with me, as it creates a space for connection, understanding and growth— helping us navigate the challenges of our roles while fostering lasting friendships."

"I joined the AFCWA to build connections with coaches' wives that know how crazy this lifestyle can be. AFCWA means an amazing support system that is in your corner during the great seasons AND the hard, lonely seasons."

"AFCWA is a lifeline in this roller coaster ride we call the Coach Wife life. From the moment I walked into the Hospitality Room at Convention for the first time to now, years later, I have been incredibly welcomed, served, and supported."

"AFCWA is an amazing organization because it put you in contact with a group of like minded women. We encourage each other and build each other up. You make friends with people from all over the country! Having this support system is truly such a blessing. You have the best of the best always in your corner and always cheering you on!"

"I joined AFCWA to be more a part of my husband’s coaching career, but since realized there’s so much more... a huge support system of coaches' wives who help each other navigate their way through the joys and trials of the coaching world. I’ve been blessed to meet so many incredible women and develop lifelong friends along the way."

"Finding AFCWA has been a game changer for me! It has helped me see that I'm not alone and there are so many other amazing and strong women out there who experience this life too. The football life has its struggles, but also comes with amazing memories and experiences that I'm so grateful to have. Meeting new lifelong friends through the AFCWA are among the favorites, and I am so excited to be able to serve on the Board to continue the work of helping football wives find community."